Guiding Principles

Community We bring communities together, by coordinating services without re-inventing the wheel. Networking and connecting resources for communities to continue their programs in helping the most fragile children. As one person we cannot change the entire situation; as a community, we can change the entire situation for one person.

RespectWe respect the cultures and the unique challenges each community faces. We uphold the values of each community to improve the situation for each child that is suffering.

CompassionCompassion fatigue arises from the repeated exposure to the suffering of others. We provide training and tools to address the suffering of children, and the caregivers that work with them. We aim to transform the devastation being faced by the community by providing easy to replicate tools in teaching others to become "present". In areas where access to medical care and medications are limited, offering compassionate presence is what makes the greatest difference ​

The PLayers

Cape Town, South Africa

Marie Wrinn, MSN, RNP, FNP-C, ACHPN, CPMT, CIMTFounder/CEOMarie started her nursing career as a nurse's aid in hospice care over 15 years ago. She progressed to become a licensed vocational nurse and then a registered nurse. She is now a Family Nurse Practitioner. Her experiences cover the spectrum of life experiences from birth until death. Marie is an Advance Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse, ELNEC Pediatric Palliative Care, Critical Care and Core Curriculum trainer, and Initiative Pediatric Palliative Care trainer. Marie has completed training to become a Certified Pediatric Massage Therapist and Certified Infant Massage Teacher. She is working on er advance massage training in both areas. Marie designed and delivered several presentations on Caregiver Wellness, speaking to international colleagues from around the world. The story of No Child Dies Alone is featured in "Courageous Learning: Finding a New Path through Higher Education."

Zubin J. BomanshawTreasurerAfter graduating from Brigham Young University in 1999, Zubin started his financial services career first as an Equities Analyst and then moving on to become a Portfolio Manager. Zubin has also spent time volunteering at other charities including United Way and Accion San Diego.

Kim GreenSecretaryKim has 21 years in the field of Environment, Health and Safety. She is a Certified Safety Manager through the American Society of Safety Engineers, Certified in hazardous materials management through UCSD, a 30 hour OSHA certification, Certified Incident Commander through Homeland Security/FEMA, and Certified American Red Cross CPR/FA/AED instructor. She currently is serving her second year as President on the San Diego Chapter of the Risk and Insurance Management Society, a non-profit organization. She has held the officer positions of secretary, treasurer and vice president. Prior to serving on the executive board, she held the position of Director at Large, serving as chairperson on the Loss Control and member on the membership committees.